Student Services

Publications: www.checksutterfirst.org/women/community

Address: 2143 Hurley Way, Suite 230
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95825

Contact Person: Elaine Ellers
Contact's Position: Program Manager
Phone: 9162854600
Email: ellerse@sutterhealth.org
Hours: M-F 8am-5pm

Descriptions: Services Provided: Sutter Teen Programs provides comprehensive case management services for pregnant or parenting adolescents who enroll prior to turning 18 years of age. There are two available Programs. The Adolescent Family Life Program is a voluntary program to any pregnant and parenting teen not receiving TANF (welfare) dollars. The Cal-Learn Program is a mandatory program for any pregnant and parenting teen that is under 19 and has not received their high school diploma. Case management includes: medical services, educational services, legal services, housing, fiscal support, child care transportation, infant development, and parenting education. The primary goals of both programs are: -Reduce the incident of low-birthweight babies; -Maximize educational potential of the teens and their children; -Reduce the incidence of unplanned repeat teen pregnancy; and -Reduce child abuse and neglect Most contacts with clients occur at school or in their homes. Volunteers can help with office work and other tasks as needed. Contact Felicia Parker-Rogers or Elaine Ellers for more information on volunteering. Keywords: health, education, legal, housing, youth, women

Address: 909 12th Street, Suite 200
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95814

Contact Person: Nancy Yavrom
Contact's Position: Program Coordinator
Phone: 9164477063x308
Email: nyavrom@communitycouncil.org
Hours: M-F 7:30am-4:30pm

Descriptions: Advises the Board of Supervisors on matters relating to dependent adults and seniors; studies, evaluates and makes recommendations about county services affecting the well-being of dependent adults and seniors; promotes and oversees the development of a comprehensive, coordinated and effective service delivery system reflective of the changing demographic nature of Sacramento County; advocates for human services programs, services and issues; enhances community awareness of the varying needs of dependent adults and the aging population with special emphasis on ethnic and minority populations; and coordinates with county departments, other advisory boards, commissions and committees. For more information, www.communitycouncil.org Keywords: lobbyists, legal, elderly

Publications: http://www.alzheimersaidsociety.org/

Address: 2717 Cottage Way #3
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95812

Contact Person: Bea Gorman
Phone: 9164487001(sac)
Email: info@alzheimersiaidsociety.org
Hours: M-F, 10-5

Descriptions: The Alzheimer's Aid Society works to distribute any and all information concerning Alzheimer's Disease, including current legislation. One way that information is released is through a monthly newsletter. In addition, the Society has a support group that meets the second Friday of the month at 7:30 p.m. These monthly meetings can include workshops and speakers. A similar support group in Lodi meets the first Monday of the month. The Society also acts as a referral service for care centers, boarding homes, etc. There are support groups also in Auburn, Roseville, South Lake Tahoe, South Sacramento, and Carmichael as well as Sacramento and Lodi. There is also an annual caregivers workshop at American River College which includes 10 speakers. College credit may be available. Keywords: Community Development Law Lobby, legal, lobbyists, housing, health

Publications: www.alznorcal.org

Address: 530 Bercut Dr. Suite A
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95814

Contact Person: Mary Gillion, MPA
Contact's Position: Director
Phone: 9169309080
Email: Mary.Gillon@alznorcal.org
Hours: M-F 8:30 - 5:00

Descriptions: Telephone helpline for information and referral about Alzheimer's and related dementias, medical resources, adult-day care and in-home respite services, legal assistance, etc. Provides family consultation for patient management issues. Sponsors and coordinates ongoing support groups. Conducts community based workshops and educational programs. In-service training to staff members of residential care facilities and adult-day care centers. Largest private funder of reseach into causes and treatments for Alzheimer's disease. Annual Memory Walk each October to raise funds for local programs and services and research. Holds and annual Advocacy Day at the State Capitol and works on legislative issues throughout year. Relies on volunteers in all areas. Keywords: health, counseling, mentor/tutor

Publications: www.a4aa.com

Address: 2260 Park Towne Circle, Suite 100
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95825

Contact Person: Deanna Lea
Contact's Position: Executive Director
Phone: 9164861876
Email: info@a4aa.com
Hours: M-F 9-noon, 1-5pm

Descriptions: Plans and coordinates programs and services for older people. Develops an area plan and administers the Older Americans Act grant program. Services provided through sub-contracts with providers. Sub-contracted services include information and assistance, transportation, in-home services/respite, legal services, congregate nutrition programs, Brown Bag Program, home-delivered meals programs, long-term care ombudsman, disease prevention, health promotion, elder abuse prevention, adult day health care, chore services, home repair, and services to combat loneliness. Keywords: elderly, legal, health

Publications: www.calawyersforthearts.org

Address: 1127 Eleventh Street, Suite 214
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95814

Contact Person: Ellen Taylor
Contact's Position: Director
Phone: 9164426210
Email: clasacto@aol.com
Hours: Mon-Thurs 10am-5pm

Descriptions: Dispute resolution including mediation and arbitration to the arts and entertainment community. Art/law workshops. Volunteer and Internship program For more information, www.calawyersforthearts.org Keywords: legal, counseling

Address: 360 Memorial Union, University of California
City: Davis / UC Davis State: CA Zip: 95616

Contact Person: Alexandra Ponce
Phone: 5307529077

Descriptions: The purpose of ASUCD advocacy unit is to serve as a bridge between UCD students and state/nationally elected officials as well as systemwide UC officials. The unit analyzes and tracks state/national legislation that will affect students at UCD, and educates students by bringing guest speakers to campus, organizing educational issues forums, and tabling with information. State/National Affairs is a part of the ASUCD President's cabinet and works with him or her on special projects. State and National Affairs includes a Director, Assistant Director for State Issues, Coordinator for National Issues, Coordinator for Student Advocacy, Intern for UC/Systemwide Issues, Intern for Legislative Analysis, and Intern for Outreach and Advocacy. All positions are paid with a small weekly stipend, but volunteers are encouraged to help out with specific projects or issues, and can be trained to work with the employees. Projects include voter registration and Get Out the Vote, monthly Issues Forums, and regular projects on specific, timely issues. Keywords: Gov Politic Law Legislation, student organizations, lobbyists, legal

Address: 5029 Stockton Blvd
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95820

Contact Person: Makiko Yamashita
Contact's Position: Americorps Vista
Email: Makiko.Yamashita@bpsos.org
Hours: M-F 9am-5pm

Descriptions: BPSOS Sacramento is the local affiliate of Boat People SOS (BPSOS), a national non-profit organization with 24 years of community service. Established in 1999, BPSOS Sacramento serves the rapidly growing Vietnamese population in Sacramento and Central valley area. Our mission is to assist Vietnamese refugees and immigrants in their search for a life in liberty and dignity through empowering, organizing, and equipping individuals and communities. BPSOS Sacramento offers a variety of services including Vocational English as a Second Language class, citizenship preparation, health education and breast and cervical cancer screening, medical disability assessment and referral, immigration and legal services, and translation service. Volunteers are needed to support computer and ESL classes. For more information about the volunteer opportunities, please call or email the contact person above. Keywords: cultural, outreach, legal, health, education, mentor/tutor

Publications: www.bornfreeusa.org

Address: mailing: P.O. Box 22505
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95822

Contact Person: Jessica Stout
Contact's Position: Human Resource Coordinator
Phone: 9164473085 ext 212
Email: jessica@bornfreeusa.org
Hours: M-F 8:30am-5pm

Descriptions: A national animal advocacy nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization working to alleviate captive animal suffering, rescue individual animals in need, protect wildlife — including highly endangered species — in their natural habitats, and encourage compassionate conservation globally. We also own and operate the 186-acre Born Free USA Primate Sanctuary in Texas, home to more than 500 primates, many of whom were rescued from grim conditions and now reside in a naturally enriched environment with minimal human interference. Our primary campaign areas currently include animals used in entertainment, captive exotic animals, trapping & fur, and the international wildlife trade. Keywords: animals, legal, lobbying, environment, education, outreach

Publications: www.commoncause.org/CA

Address: 1005 12th Street Suite C
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95814

Contact Person: JoAnn Fuller
Contact's Position: Associate Director
Phone: 9164431792
Email: jfuller@commoncause.org

Descriptions: Join the California Common Cause team! CCC conducts research, legislative advocacy and grassroots organizing dedicated to holding government accountable to the public interest. Special work with media reform issues available. Our location in the state capital and our status as an affiliate of a well-respected national organization enhances our ability to offer a quality experience. Work with staff and volunteers and make democracy work better for us all. We will work to tailor internships to meet your interests and needs to further your goals. Flexible hours, vital work, meaningful experiences! Common Cause is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization; read about our work at www.commoncause.org/CA Keywords: legal, lobbyists

Publications: www.areaboard3.org

Address: 1507 21st Street, Suite 220
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95825

Contact Person: Michael Rosenberg
Contact's Position: Executive Director
Phone: 9163247426
Email: michaelr@areaboard3.org
Hours: M-F 8-5pm

Descriptions: Pursues legal, administrative and other appropriate remedies to protect the legal, civil and service rights of people with developmental disabilities. Protects and promotes the rights of all people with developmental disabilities; reviews agencies that receive public money to help such people; works with regional and county governmental groups created to help developmentally disabled; conducts public information programs for professional groups and the general public; promotes the creation of needed services; helps initiate citizen advocacy groups for developmentally disabled; helps in writing a state plan. Information and referral and some direct service. For more information, www.areaboard3.org Keywords: legal, disabled persons

Address: 3510 Stockton Blvd
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95820

Contact Person: Alicia Pagliere
Contact's Position: President
Phone: 9164517151
Hours: M-F 9-4pm

Descriptions: Assists with Immigration Processing-Family Visa Petitions, status adjustment, citizenship, and other immigration matters. All immigration matters reviewed and/or assisted by volunteer immigration attorneys. Information and referral on social services available to the Spanish-speaking community. Keywords: legal

Address: 2111 Mission Street, Suite 401
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95814

Contact Person: Juanita Ontiveros
Phone: 9164467904

Descriptions: This state-wide law firm advocates on behalf of farmworkers and other rural poor. It seeks justice for the poor through innovation, law reform, legislative work, and test cases. Keywords: legal

Publications: cawrecycles.org

Address: 921 11th Street, Suite 420
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95814

Contact Person: Karen Bocaling
Contact's Position: Office Manager
Phone: 9164435422
Email: kbocaling@cawrecycles.org
Hours: M-F, 9-5

Descriptions: Californians Against Waste seeks students or graduates with a background in organizing or legislation/politics for two 20-30 hour positions with its local organizing and outreach campaign and other special research and projects. Founded in 1977, CAW is a statewide nonprofit, grassroots advocacy organization that works toward a recycling economy. We research, develop, and advocate policy initiatives at the local, state and federal levels and are the world’s leading environmental advocacy group for waste reduction, recycling, and resource conservation. RESPONSIBILITIES: Two local organizing/outreach intern(s) will work with CAW’s policy staff to conduct a local government campaign. Tasks include organizing supporters of local initiatives, researching policy, writing letters, fact sheets, and policy papers. Interns will have the opportunity to focus on specific projects including the development and implementation of local campaigns in support of various waste prevention and recycling efforts. SKILLS: Strong and professional written, verbal communication and organizational skills required. Ability to work independently is essential. Computer skills and environmental commitment is a must. WORK HOURS: Weekdays 20-30 hours/week. Keywords: legal, lobbyists

Publications: www.calpirgstudents.org/davis

Address: 356 Memorial Union, UC Davis
City: Davis / UC Davis State: CA Zip: 95616

Contact Person: Margaret Howe
Contact's Position: Campus Organizer
Phone: 5307523205
Email: margaret@calpirgstudents.org

Descriptions: The California Public Interest Research Group (CALPIRG) is a statewide student directed, non-profit, non-partisan organization that conducts research and advocacy on environmental and consumer issues. The basic goals of the organization are to: * promote student civic involvement * protect the environment and consumers * give students a voice * learn skill and train leaders. Internships with CALPIRG are available. For CALPIRG at UC Davis, visit their office at 260 South Silo (next to the Experimental College). For Sacramento internships in the legislative office, call (916) 448-4516. UC Davis CALPIRG Website: http://asucd.ucdavis.edu/organizations/other/CALPIRG/ Keywords: Environment Lobbyists Legislat, legal, student organizations

Address: 730 S Street
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95814

Contact Person: Adela Avila
Contact's Position: Program Director
Phone: 9164435367
Hours: M-F 8-noon, 1-4:30; Tues-Thurs by appointment

Descriptions: Immigration counseling, legal representation in Immigration Court and public education in immigration matters. Citizenship services. Legal representatives are accredited by the Federal Board of Immigration Appeals. Emphasis on Hispanic-Americans, but services not restricted. Keywords: counseling

Address: 915 L Street, Suite C-282
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 958143700

Contact Person: Patricia Gehlen
Contact's Position: Calif State Coordinator
Phone: 9166352590
Email: crccalif@aol.com
Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Descriptions: Promotes healthy development of children of separated parents. Encourages joint custody, shared financial responsibility, liberalized visitation, access to school and medical records, and making the present mediation/counseling system accountable. Discourages the use of the legal system as a tool of revenge. Legislative advocacy, community awareness, newsletter, and discount on resource materials. Monthly information and support meetings, and legal clinics. Keywords: youth

Address: 926 J Street, Suite 519
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95814

Contact Person: Melissa Bittner
Contact's Position: Director
Phone: 9164474599
Hours: Mon, Wed, Fri 10-4pm

Descriptions: Helps victims of psychiatric abuses of human rights and their families to take whatever appropriate action is necessary to bring the perpetrator(s) to justice. Does not give medical or legal advice. Documents and files complaints with the proper law enforcement and/or licensing board. Investigates, documents and exposes psychiatric abuse and criminality. Keywords: mental health

Address: 3714 Marysville Blvd.
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95838

Contact Person: Nick Dykman
Contact's Position: Executive Programer
Phone: 9169257994

Descriptions: Coalition of Concerned Legal Professionals (CCLP) expands legal benefit, organizing bi-weekly Legal Advice Sessions as "Know Your Law" Sessions for low-income workers. Attorneys, law students, paralegals, and other concerned citizens unite to commit time and skills to promoting equal access to justice for a growing number of Americans who otherwise cannot afford legal resource and due process. Coalition of Concerned Legal Professionals has also won a victory for 12 thousand migrant farm workers who have had there rents double illegally in the government labor camp. Keywords: legal

Publications: Woodland-Parks and Rec tab

Address: 630 Lincoln Avenue
City: Woodland State: CA Zip: 95695

Phone: 5306627800 (Comm Care Car)
Hours: M-F 9-3:30

Descriptions: Provides transportation for seniors to and from medical, dental and legal appointments, beauty or barber shops, visits to spouse or relative in a hospital or nursing home, shopping, banking, Social Security, Senior Center, Concilio, Employment and Social Services Department, library and post office. For volunteer opportunities, call: (530) 661-5890 for Woodland Senior Center Keywords: elderly

Address: 3480 Routier Road
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95827

Contact Person: Sal Arrigo
Contact's Position: Director
Phone: 9163663133
Hours: M-F 8-5pm

Descriptions: Referral and supportive service. Financial counseling, telephone reassurance, blood pressure testing, legal services, recreation/cultural services, bus trips, adult education classes and respite care. For more information, www.crpd.com Keywords: health, recreation

Address: 23 Russell Boulevard
City: Davis State: CA Zip: 95616

Contact Person: Vicki Crescitelli
Phone: 5307575623
Email: sschneider@ci.davis.ca.us

Descriptions: Administered by the City of Davis Parks & Recreation Department since 1987, the Davis Community Mediation Service has provided a free, confidential service to Davis parties with dispute, offering an alternative to the often difficult, costly, and painful traditional legal routes. Disputes which are not legal in nature can also be resolved. Participation is voluntary and are records are strictly confidential. The Service provides a forum for peaceful resolution of conflicts involving problems between tenants and landlords, customers and merchants, neighbors, friends, roommates, and other interpersonal relationships, before they result in court action or escalate into acts of violence. All parties involved with the conflict meet with a panel of two or three trained mediators where each party has the opportunity to air his/her grievance. No police reports or legal records are made or kept during the meeting(s). All mediation is conducted in an informal setting, and the panel does not decide who is right or wrong, but assists the parties involved to find their own solution. Meetings usually occur ten days after an initial call regarding the conflict. The resulting agreement can be legally binding or not, depending upon the participants' wishes. The Service also provides information and referral assistance in cases of discrimination in housing and employment. Volunteer mediators are trained and currently the Service operates with a mostly volunteer staff of 25 mediators. Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer may attend the 32-hour training session. Information packets are mailed upon request. Keywords: Counseling

Publications: www.deloro.org/

Address: 5723-A Marconi Avenue
City: Carmichael State: CA Zip: 956084413

Contact Person: Michelle Nevins
Contact's Position: Director
Phone: 8006350220
Email: crc@deloro.org
Hours: M-F 8:30-4pm

Descriptions: Part of the statewide system of Caregiver Resource Centers serving families and caregivers of brain-impaired adults (Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, stroke, traumatic brain injury, brain tumors, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, amyotropic lateral sclerosis and other degenerative diseases of the brain) through assistance to families, professionals and other caregivers. Information and referral. Contractual services for legal and financial advice, family counseling and consultation, respite care; referral for diagnostic assessment, referrals to assistance in development of support groups, educational training programs for caregivers and technical assistance. For more information, www.deloro.org Keywords: disabled persons, legal, counseling

Publications: www.yoloda.org

Address: 301 Second Street
City: Woodland State: CA Zip: 95695

Contact Person: Johnathon Raven
Phone: 5306668180

Descriptions: Office prosecutes on behalf of the people of Yolo County, all individuals accused of felonies, misdemeanors and infractions occurring within the County, and violations of local ordinances. This includes investigation of crimes, interviewing witnesses and appearing in court. Victim Witness Assistance program is coordinated by the District Attorney. Office responsible for administrative supervision of the Special Services Unit, handling consumer fraud, check program and pollution cases, and the Child Abduction Unit which investigates claims of child abduction, assists in the return of child to custodial parent and assists in child visitation issues and compliance. Law students can volunteer with the DA Keywords: legal

Publications: www.housingca.org

Address: 926 J Street, Suite 1400
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95814

Contact Person: Julie
Contact's Position: Executive Director
Phone: 9164470503x104
Email: admin@housingca.org
Hours: M-F 9-5pm

Descriptions: Legislative advocacy, technical assistance and information to groups working to end homelessness and/or provide affordable housing. Supports efforts to build and preserve low-income housing. Hosts country's largest affordable housing conference each spring in Sacramento. Keywords: legal, lobbyists, housing

Address: 650 Capitol Mall
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95814

Contact Person: Susan Curda
Contact's Position: Officer in Charge
Phone: 9164986469
Hours: M,T,TH,F 7-1pm, Wed 7-noon

Descriptions: Law enforcement agency administering the immigration and nationality laws as set forth by Congress. Includes examinations for non-immigrant, immigrant and naturalization applications. Conducts administrative and criminal investigations. For more information, www.ins.gov Keywords: legal

Publications: www.theirc.org

Address: 2730 Arden Way #236
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95825

Contact Person: Kelsey Sprague
Contact's Position: Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: 9164820121
Email: Kelsey.sprague@theirc.org
Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am - 5 pm

Descriptions: The International Rescue Committee (IRC) has become a leading nonsectarian, voluntary organization providing relief, protection and resettlement services for refugees and victims of oppression and violent conflict. IRC is at work in 25 countries, and IRC offices across America provide a range of assistance aimed at helping new arriving refugees settle, integrate, and acquire the skills to become self-sufficient. The IRC is active in the Sacramento region since 1990. In the past 15 years, our office has assisted thousands of refugees. Our network of staff, interns, and volunteers helps over hundred refugees annually. We help refugees daily by finding safe housing prior to their arrival, finding donations for our clients, assisting them in employment and legal application process, providing language and financial literacy training, promoting our projects... just to name a few. Volunteers are the backbone of the International Rescue Committee’s resettlement program. As a family mentor, English-as-a-Second-Language tutor, tour guide, employment assistant, office assistant, delivery driver, or any other type of contributor, volunteers provide immeasurable services to refugees. All IRC volunteers are highly valued for their tremendous contributions towards assisting refugees establish a new home and life in the United States. Volunteers are needed because refugees have many needs upon their arrival to the U.S. and the IRC has limited resources. In many cases the volunteer serves as the refugees’ closest ally, advocate, and friend. Keywords: cultural, international, refugees, education

Publications: www.LSNC.net

Address: 517 12th Street
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95814

Contact Person: Bill Kennedy
Contact's Position: Attorney
Phone: 9165512150
Hours: M-F 9am-5pm

Descriptions: Services Provided: Free legal services to low-income eligible clients in civil law matters such as housing, health, welfare, employment, unemployment, Social Security, discrimination, and education. Administrative office for 23 Northern California counties. Keywords: housing, counseling

Publications: www.namicalifornia.org

Address: 1111 Howe Avenue, Suite 475
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95825

Contact Person: Marcie Larkey
Contact's Position: Director of Development
Phone: 9165670163
Email: martha.larkey@namicalifornia.org
Hours: M-F 8am-5pm

Descriptions: Services Provided: Support, information and education for families of the seriously mentally ill; referrals to local family support groups and other agencies. Client and legislative advocacy. Keywords: mental health, legal

Publications: www.pca-ca.org

Address: 926 J Street, Suite 717
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 958142707

Contact Person: Mewa Choy
Phone: 9162241900
Email: pcaca@pca-ca.org
Hours: M-F 9am-5pm

Descriptions: Services Provided: Works with state and local government officials to develop laws and programs that help protect more children from abuse. Trains thousands of volunteer and professionals to fight abuse. Guidance and information to communities and groups starting their own prevention programs. Referrals for parenting courses, mental health therapists, support groups, medical and legal aid and abuse treatment centers. Keywords: youth, legal, mental health, health

Address: 909 12th Street, Suite 200
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95814

Contact Person: Kay Merrill
Contact's Position: Program Director
Phone: 9164477063x337
Email: phab@communitycouncil.org
Hours: M-F 8-5pm

Descriptions: Serves as an advisory body to the Board of Supervisors on matters relating to local and public health planning and policy issues. Responsible for identifying local public health needs and priorities, encouraging the development of appropriate public health services, and advising the Board of Supervisors and/or the Human Services Coordinating Council on all major policy matters concerning the nature, scope and extent of public health services. Also oversees the work of committees required by the state and/or formed to assist the county in carrying out its public health responsibilities including Adult Day Health Planning Council, Advisory Committee on Dental Health, Advisory Committee on Tobacco Control and Perinatal Child Health Advisory Committee. Keywords: health, legal

Address: 4640 Marconi Ave., Suite 1
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95821

Contact Person: Helen Santos
Phone: 9169797300
Email: helen@rx-staffing.com
Hours: M-F 8-5pm

Descriptions: The AIDS Project provides case management to symptomatic HIV+ and AIDS clients. The client is assigned a registered nurse case manager and a social work case manager to ensure that the client's complex needs will be addressed by professionals with the necessary specialized knowledge and expertise. Medical case management services include comprehensive health assessment and monitoring of medical needs, nutritional counseling, medication teaching, information diagnosis, and physician referral. Psychological case, management services include in-home assessment and service planning, referral to community resources and other programs providing HIV/AIDS services, advocacy with social security, disability and social services, assistance with food and transportation vouchers (clients with sufficient financial resources may not be eligible for some services), and assistance with legal issues and benefits counseling. Provides assistance with personal care and hygiene, assistance with light housekeeping, and relief for caretakers. Keywords: health, disabled persons, hunger, legal, counseling

Address: 901 G Street
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95814

Contact Person: Charles Gonzales
Contact's Position: District Attorney
Phone: 9168746218
Hours: M-F 8-5pm

Descriptions: Divisions that use volunteers Victim and Witness Assistance Program (916) 874-5701 Victim services: crisis and short-term counseling; referral to private/public service agencies; liaison between victim and court system; assistance in filing claim with State Board of Control Victim of Crime Compensation Program; generally assists the victims of crime to recover from physical, emotional, and financial impact of crime. Keywords: counseling, legal

Publications: www.sacramentocasa.org

Address: 301 Bicentennial Circle #220
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95827

Contact Person: Carol Noreen
Contact's Position: Executive Director
Phone: 9168757158
Email: carol@sacramentocasa.org
Hours: M-F 9-5pm

Descriptions: Recruits, screens, trains and supervises volunteer community members who are appointed by the Juvenile Court to advocate, on a one-to-one basis, for the best interests of dependent children who have been removed from home due to abuse or neglect. Advocates meet with their assigned child and confer with child's guardian on a regular basis to determine the child's needs. Serves as the child's voice in court. Keywords: youth, legal

Publications: Quarterly Newsletter

Address: 1418 20TH Street Suite 201
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95811

Contact Person: Nancy Cornelius
Contact's Position: Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: 9164417979x105
Email: ncornelius@sacmediation.org
Hours: M-F 9-5pm

Descriptions: The Sacramento Mediation Center is a non profit organization that provides community mediation services and mediation skills training to the greater Sacramento area. The Center was established in 1987. The Sacramento Mediation Center assists people by helping them resolve disputes in a convenient, cost effective, confidential manner. A panel of trained mediators listens to all sides of a dispute and then assists the parties involved in finding their own solution. The types of disputes the Center handles include: neighborhood disputes, landlord/tenant disputes, consumer/business disputes, workplace disputes, and family disputes. Volunteer opportunities at the Center include volunteer case developers and volunteer mediators. What they do is Answer incoming phone calls; help callers define their conflicts; help diffuse callers' strong emotions by using active listening techniques; explain SMC mediation procedures; refer callers to other agencies when appropriate. An inter manages pending cases; corresponds with parties; helps develop parties' willingness to participate in mediation sessions; schedule mediations; locate mediators for each scheduled mediation. Qualifications: College or Graduate level coursework in law, communication, human resources management, social work, counseling, or a related field, AND/OR experience in an above named or related field. Proven oral and written skills; ability to work independently, good organizational skills, willingness to follow agency policy and procedures; basic computer knowledge; completion of 6 hour Case Development training program. Time commitment is a minimum of six hours per week per semester or (equivalent time period- approximately 16 weeks) during office hours M, T, W, R, F 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Keywords: Legal communication dispute resolution conflict resolution

Address: 3013 D Street
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 958163332

Contact Person: Christine McCracken
Contact's Position: Program Supervisor
Phone: 9164449533
Hours: M-F 7:30-4:30pm

Descriptions: Home-delivered meals five days a week to clients who are unable to prepare nutritious meals for themselves and have no other means of having meals prepared for them. Dining Centers offer congregate noon meals for seniors five days a week, Monday through Friday, at 19 locations throughout Sacramento. Most sites also offer supportive services such as leisure activities, legal aid and health outreach on a scheduled basis. Keywords: hunger, elderly, legal, health, recreation, outreach

Publications: www.sadvc.org

Address: 933 Court Street
City: Woodland State: CA Zip: 95695

Contact Person: Celina Alvarez
Contact's Position: Director of Community Outreach
Phone: 5306616336
Email: celina.alvarez@sadvc.org
Hours: M-F 9-5pm

Descriptions: Last year, SADVC volunteers assisted over 3,000 people on the 24-hour crisis hotline, served countless hours in our business office, confidential shelter, and supported our mission every day in their work and lives. Our outreach to the community would be impossible without the support and hard work of our volunteers and interns. We have numerous internship and volunteer opportunities, such as: ~Children's Program at the shelter ~Community Group Projects ~Crisis Line Counselor ~Domestic Violence Response Team Volunteer ~Events Committee ~Graphic Designer ~Legal Advocacy Volunteer ~Maintenance/Handyperson ~Men of Strength Program ~Movers ~Program Assistants ~Sexual Assault Emergency Responder Team ~Speaker's Bureau ~Translator Volunteers and staff are required to go thought our 65-hour Peer Counseling Training program before they can work directly with clients. The 65-hour program is California state mandated training. Please review the volunteer job descriptions, training agenda, and call me to schedule an informal interview. I am looking forward to meeting you. The Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Center provides assistance to victims of sexual assault and domestic violence in Yolo County. Please call the Center's business line for information on our volunteer programs. Keywords: Community Development Counseling Mental Heath Women

Publications: http://www.vlsp.org/

Address: 517 12th Street
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95814

Contact Person: Victoria Jacobs
Contact's Position: Managing Attorney
Phone: 9165512116
Email: vlsp@vlsp.org

Descriptions: The Voluntary Legal Services Program (VLSP) is the main source of free civil law-related legal services for indigent persons in twenty-six northern California counties. Legal services are provided through the volunteer efforts of attorneys, paralegals and students under staff supervision in VLSP's Sacramento office. VLSP is seeking students interested in assisting low income people with their civil law related legal problems in exchange for school credit or on a volunteer basis. Volunteers interview clients, write case descriptions, assign clients to volunteer attorneys, maintain computer records, advise clients of referral agencies, and conduct mailings. Students may also assist with legal research, brief writing, and general case preparation under the supervision of volunteer attorneys if desired. A minimum commitment of 8 to 12 hours per week is required. Keywords: legal

Publications: www.weaveinc.org

Address: 1900 K Street 2nd Floor
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95814

Phone: 9164482321
Hours: 24 hour availability

Descriptions: Women Escaping a Violent Environment, Inc, (WEAVE), is both a shelter for battered women and a counseling center. Crisis counseling appointments are available within 24 hours, while regular counseling has a 1-4 week waiting list and a sliding fee scale. There is space available at the shelter and usually no waiting list. The shelter is $2 per day per family but no one is turned away due to lack of money. Contact the community educator for a brochure. Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Counseling is available 9-5 Monday through Friday and their physical address is 1900 K Street, Sacramento. We provide 24 hour peer counseling services through our crisis line. Also available are Domestic violence drop-in support groups which are free. The women's drop-in groups are held Tuesdays 6-7:30 and Fridays 12:00-1:30 PM and are free. The co-ed anger management/batterers drop-ins are held Wednesdays 6:30-8:00 PM and Saturdays 10:30-12:00 PM. The fee is $5.00. Late comers will not be admitted. Human Corps has contacted this program and volunteers can work on the crisis line, with the youth program at the safehouse or in non-direct service areas. The direct service positions require individuals to complete the 64-hour training, and make a commitment of six months, at four hours per week. All non-direct service positions are negotiable. Keywords: Legal & Criminal Justice Women Counseling Youth

Address: 771 Almond Street
City: Yuba City State: CA Zip: 95991

Contact Person: Niam Rafferty
Contact's Position: Operations Manager
Phone: 5307900980
Hours: 9 AM - 9 PM

Descriptions: Western Farm Workers Association is dedicated to the farm workers of this country. Western Farm Workers Association believes that farm workers can only improve conditions of living by struggling together within an organization that belongs to them. Western Farm Workers Association stands alone as the sole mutual benefit association in California offering reciprocal membership benefits with the fighting Texas Farm Workers Union. WFMA 11 Point Benefit Program: 1.Emergency Food 2. Clothing 3. Non-Emergency Dental Care 4. Comprehensive Medical Care 5. Alcohol Information Center 6. Legal Service 7. Child Care 8. Job Referral Service 9. The Mutual Benefit Association Membership Newsletter 10. Information Service 11. The Eleventhy Benefit- loan consultation and budget planning Keywords: Health, Law, Community Development, Farm Worker

Publications: California Service Worker

Address: 5040 Perry Ave.
City: Sacramento State: CA Zip: 95820

Contact Person: Bill Jennett
Contact's Position: Operations Manager
Phone: 9164561771
Hours: Mon-Sun 9-9pm

Descriptions: Western Service Workers Association is an organization serving Sacramento County's service workers. Volunteers are always needed. Examples of volunteer opportunities are: organize a food drive for needy service workers, donate clothing. Western Service Workers Association offers many services to its members such as medical and dental care, legal services, child care and job referral services. Additional descriptions are available in Human Corps. Keywords: Community Development

Address: First Floor, North Hall
City: Davis / UC Davis State: CA Zip: 95616

Contact Person: Macy Minor
Contact's Position: Administrative & Resource Specialist
Phone: 5307523372
Email: mlminor@ucdavis.edu

Descriptions: * Educates the campus community -- students, faculty and staff, women and men -- about women's issues and concerns. * Promotes an understanding of the role and impact of gender in our lives and in our society. * Helps women of diverse backgrounds achieve their intellectual, professional and personal goals, and realize their full potential. * Advocates for women's full inclusion, equality and advancement. PROGRAMS * A wide variety of popular and scholarly lectures, workshops, forums, films, conferences, performances and special events. * Skill-building opportunities, such as computer tutoring and assertive communication classes. * Support and discussion groups for those with common interests or concerns. A LIBRARY * A large, specialized collection of books, periodicals, newsletters, newspapers, audio tapes, and pamphlets focusing on women and gender. * Resources and references for research, class assignments, and personal growth. * A full-time librarian to help you. * Comfortable study and leisure reading areas. INFORMATION * Women's Writes-a monthly calendar of events (call the WRRC for a free subscription). * Resources-extensive listings of campus and community services such as health care, counseling, child care, women's organizations and legal assistance. * "Women's Net" - access to the Internet for academic, personal or career-related research. * Jobs, events and more-bulletin boards filled with information specific to the campus and community. SERVICES * Friendly, knowledgeable and accessible staff members to answer questions, locate resources, or help you address personal , academic or work-related concerns. * Consultation with campus departments, organizations and individuals to expand awareness of gender dynamics and women's concerns. * Child emergency notification services for student parents. ACADEMIC SUPPORT * Assistance to course instructors in developing syllabi and readers, and in identifying classroom resources such as guest lecturers and videos. * Specialized programs, discussion groups and individualized consultation for faculty and graduate students on research, academic, career and personal topics. * Financial and programmatic support for academic departments and groups engaging in gender-related activities. How to contact us: Women's Resources and Research Center First Floor, North Hall (530)752-3372 Keywords: Student organizations, women

Address: 10 Cottonwood Street
City: Woodland State: CA Zip: 95695

Contact Person: Clarice Gaunt
Phone: 5306668646
Email: environmental.health@yolocounty.org
Hours: M-F 8-5pm

Descriptions: This county agency offers different internship programs. One such opportunity involves educating elementary school aged children about tobacco and its dangers. Call the office for updated information on the various programs. Inspect and permit food facilities, public pools and spas, water wells and public water systems, investigate related illnesses; respond to complaints of substandard housing; inspect and permit landfills, refuse vehicles, sewage systems; inspect, permit and monitor underground tanks; monitor clean-ups; respond to emergency chemical spills and illegal handling of hazardous waste; investigate animal bites; and review and comment on land use proposals. Keywords: Health